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Man arrested, charged with manslaughter in Leon County overdose death

  • July 24, 2026

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) – One man has been arrested in connection with an overdose death, according to the Leon County Sheriff’s Office.

On Thursday, LCSO arrested Cordell Decuir, Sr., 55, following a three-month long investigation.

Cordell DecuirCordell Decuir(Leon County Sheriff’s Office)

The investigation started earlier this year after deputies responded to the report of an unresponsive man at a Leon County residence.

According to LCSO, the investigation revealed evidence linking Decuir to the victim’s death.

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Decuir is charged with manslaughter and three counts of possession of a controlled substance.

According to court records, Decuir pleaded not guilty on Friday.

The investigation remains active and ongoing, LCSO said.

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